1998 Nissan Maxima

1998 Nissan Maxima questions and answers

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Q: Where do I find the cigarette lighter fuse on a 1998 Nissan Maxima?
Fuse position shows to be #8 from top on left hand column of fuses

A: your inside fuse box...located under your steering coloum... find position number 8 according to there instructions. and the diagram on the back of the fuse box cover

Q: How much does a clutch kit cost 4 a 1998 nissan maxima
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A: OMG. Are people really paying this much. That is insane! I have been working at my Nissan/import shop for 15 years and love when people bring us quotes from the dealer. I guess all that overhead cost money. I love my little shop. I'll do this job for $625 any day. Clutch kit is $200. Labor is about $400. Add in new fluid and your on the way. I guess if it turns out you need all that other stuff you can replace it but seriously. I guess it depends on how long you want to keep the car.

Q: where can i get a 1998 nissan maxima windshield washer bottle?


A: Junk yard/Pick a part is okay but not always the best. If you choose this, take some water with you to test WW bottle. Dealer is the best place as they have exactly what you need, but you pay the price. I would go to a reputable discount auto parts store or try J.C. Whitney

Q: i got my little bro 1998 nissan maxima and he wants to get a few extra hook ups to it since its his first car?
i just want to know how much would a paint job for a full body kit and installation cost? after i have the kit i mean. and also if i wanted to put a few engine mods for about $1000 - what do you think i should get for the engine to give it a little boost in speed and style for him?? please help his b day comes up soon so im planning on giving him it before =)

A: Yeah the body kit would be about $400, plus another probably.. $500 or more for the paint and probably $200 for the installion, so for the body kit i would estimate $1100-$1200 and for the $1000 for engine mods, go with Short ram intake($40-5-10HP), Headers($300 10-15 HP), Catback exhaust ($500 5-10-15 HP). $840 Total Engine mods $160 Left, get him a decent Cd player if it doesnt have one? And Props to you for helpin your brother out. i wish i had a brother like you haha... good luck, he will be estatic.

Q: Where can I find a diagram of the front brakes on a 1998 Nissan Maxima.?
Everytime I turn the wheel, there is a lud squeking sound and its coming from the front breaks. The plastic piece is broken I think but I need a diagram so I know the names of the parts. Help!!!

A: CourtesyParts has good diagrams. Hover your pointer over a part number to see name of part. Click for price. http://www.courtesyparts.com/maxima-a32b-1995-1999/genuine-nissan-parts/brake/440-front-brake/-c-1783_1784_1879_1880.html Service manual: http://www.aubreyandcharles.com/ServiceManuals/

Q: What is average cost to replace clutch in 1998 nissan maxima?


A: Approx 500 labor and 275 in parts you could also replace several motor and transmission mounts while your in there. Electronic motor mounts are expensive. left trans mount and right motor mount arn't cheep either there liquid filled. Also replace any torn axle boots and complete axles if they are clicking on turns. For the price of 3 car payments you should be driving again in less than a week or two at an independant shop or 2 days at a Nissan Dealer. Get an written estimate before work is done and understand what or if there is any warranty independant shop's offer. Nissan repair work is warrantied a full year.

Q: my 1998 Nissan maxima's air conditioner is blowing hot air.Is there a do it yourself kit to fix it.?
i had my alternator fixed and now air is broken.Can this have anything to do with the altenator getting done?

A: do an a/c blast refuel with r-134 that will cool you off

Q: Oxygen Sensor and 1998 Nissan Maxima SE?
How hard is it to replace an Oxygen Sensor on a 1998 Nissan Maxima SE. Do you have to have extensive Mechanic knowledge?

A: no..very easy to replace. Just get an Oxygen Sensor socket from local parts place. Its a long socket with a slot on the side allow room to slide completely over the sensor and its wire. They run about 9.00 .Just be sure to use some anti-sieze on the new one (should come with sensor) just besure you ask the parts counter person if its included. T

Q: How do I removed the plastic around my stereo of my 1998 nissan maxima?
Im trying to replace my stereo with a pioneer cd deck i have and because the one i had put in by best buy broke and i need to put a second one i have.

A: Lift up and remove trim around gear shift. No screws hold in this trim. Remove screw on left side of ash tray. Unclip ash tray. Remove panel with AC vents and clock. No screws hold in this panel. Remove two screws behind clock panel and two screws behind ash tray panel. Pull out radio and detatch wire harness and antenna cable.

Q: I'm selling a 1998 Nissan Maxima with 205,000 miles on it how much should i ask for it?
Its a 98 maxima gxe we are the second owners of the car. Theres next to no rust on the car. It is in good condition it starts right up. There are a few scratches on it but that is reasonable since its ten years old. It has been well maintained.

A: $1,000. Its 11 years old and has over 200k miles. At that age lots of things will start to wear out.

Q: How to find out what remote to buy for a 1998 nissan maxima?
i now have info to program them but dont know were to look for the codes for the right remote off ebay... anyone know were i have to go? the problem i dont have to remote right now. i, looking to get one for the car. i know they work but dont know what one.

A: It might be worth the price to have Nissan Look it up for you so you purchase one at the high price then buy several more from E-Bay at a lower price. There are two designs back in 1998 the kidney bean shaped and the more traditional rectangle with four buttons lock unlock trunk and panic buttons. Or here is a trick stop some one with a Maxima ask to borrow there key fob and see if it programs to your car That won't keep it from working the other car just as a test to see the FCC number on the back and the shape of the remote. Take a picture of that remote if it unlocks your doors.trunk

Q: Which car is better a 1998 Nissan Maxima or a 2000 Ford Crown Victoria?
According to safercar.gov they pretty much have a the same crash test results, according to MSN autos reliability ratings Kbb reliability ratings and Edmunds Reliability ratings they are both very reliable cars, and the only dividing factor is that according to fueleconomy.gov the nissan has a little better fuel economy. So which car is better for me?

A: Great question, I love the crown Vic. 2000 fantastic body style. The gas mileage is a lot better on a crown vic then most people realize and it is a very reliable car, maybe the most reliable car ford has ever made. Maxima is a good car, you can't go wrong with a Nissan. If you drive a crown vic everybody on the freeway will move out of the fast lane to let you go by, you look like a cop car.

Q: How do you program a keyless remote for a 1998 Nissan Maxima?
I purchased one off of ebay and the instructions aren't that great. I can't find the hole/ button on the ECU that I have to press for 3 seconds! Please help!

A: ignore the button on the ecm. get in the car and lock the doors, put the key in and out of the ignition cylinder completely 6 times within 10 seconds. if this is done correctly the hazard lights will flash on the dash. when this happens turn the ignition to the on position, then push any button on the remote, the hazard lights will blink again showing the remote is programmed. if you have more than 1 remote unlock and relock the doors with the power door lock switch and push the button on the next remote, the hazard lights will blink again. when done turno off the ignition and unlock the doors. get out and try your remote. if the hazards dont blink when going into rpogram mode there is a problem with the system in the car. if they dont blink when pushing a button on the remote it is either the wrong remote for your car or a bad remote. the same year car can have several different remote parts numbers through nissan and the numbers on the remote dont relate to nissan part numbers.

Q: What type of oil for a 1998 Nissan Maxima??
Can someone tell me what type of oil to use for a 1998 Nissan Maxima? Thanks

A: it recommends 5w-30w for all conditions thats what i use in my maxima then it says it under the hood when you open the hood there is a sticker that says which oil is recommended

Q: Is it worth it to trade in my 1998 Maxima back to Nissan for a 2008 Atlima Lease?
I have a 1998 Nissan Maxima with about 170,000 miles on it, recently I have been running into light, tire and other minor problems with the car. Also the car has a cloth interior which I have grown to despise over the years. Is it worth it to trade my car in back to Nissan for a new Altima lease. Do you think I will regret paying monthly in the future?

A: You won't get much for your old car and many dealers won't want it as a trade, so you should sell it yourself. You'll make more money anyway. As to leasing a new Altima, make sure you understand how leasing works and if it's right for you before you make your decision. Many people, such as a previous answerer, advise against leasing but this is based on their own lack of knowledge about how leasing works. Leasing works very well for some people, including me, but don't do it if you aren't willing to learn about it. It's too easy to make mistakes. Here's a web site that might help: http://www.leaseguide.com/index2.htm .